What to Do with Used Sharps in Delaware
Put used sharps in a strong, plastic container that is puncture proof
Have a needle clipper? When the needle clipper is full, it can be disposed of according to your state or local regulations. More information can be found here.
Put the plastic container in the household trash - don't recycle!
If a trash collector is reluctant to collect a red sharps container, refer them to your state waste agency.
Sharps should never be thrown loosely into the trash or toilet.
Sharps that retract after use, or are very small, should be disposed of like all other sharps.
If you would like to bring your sealed container to a community sharps disposal program, the Delaware Solid Waste Authority accepts sharps during Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events. For more information about HHW Collection Events, call the Citizen's Response Line at 800-404-7080 or visit the DSWA website
Disposal locations in Delaware (6)
| Location Name | Address | City | Phone | Service Area | Residency Restriction | Provides Containers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheswold Collection Station | 54 Fork Branch Rd | Dover, 19904 | 800-404-7080 | Delaware | Yes | No |
| DSWA Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events (Spring 2027) | Call or Visit Website for Event Dates | Dover, 19901 | 800-404-7080 | Delaware | Yes | No |
| Jones Crossroads Landfill | 28560 Landfill Ln | Georgetown, 19947 | 800-404-7080 | Delaware | Yes | No |
| Medical Waste Pros (inside Milford Rx Pharmacy) | 921 N Dupont Blvd | Milford, 19963 | 302-503-5132 | Milford | No | No |
| Delaware Recycling Center | 1101 Lambson Ln | New Castle, 19720 | 800-404-7080 | Delaware | Yes | No |
| Newark Recycling Center | 470 Corporate Blvd | Newark, 19702 | 800-404-7080 | Delaware | Yes | No |
Please note that SafeNeedleDisposal.org is not affiliated with these facilities or programs. Contact the individual facility to confirm hours of operation and requirements.